What about the Social Security Numbers? (The Utah Data Breach and your SSN)

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The Utah Data Breach

This week the continuing saga of the Utah Medicaid Data Breach continued to unfold.

If you haven't been following the story, here's the play-by-play:

• April 4 - State Agencies Investigate Data Breach - the Utah Department of Technology Services notified the Utah Department of Health that a breach on March 30, 2012 accessed 24,000 Medicaid claims. Michael Hales, the Health Department's Medicaid Director tells the Salt Lake City Tribune that "it's likely that few Social Security numbers were on the records as Medicaid clients have different identification numbers on their files."

• April 6 - Impact of Medicaid data breach on DTS server widens - oops. Did we say 24,000? It was actually 181,604 people, of which 25,096 had their Social Security numbers compromised.

• April 9 - Data Breach Expands to Include More Victims - oops. Did we say 181,604? It was actually 780,000 people, of which 280,000 had their Social Security numbers compromised.

• May 15 - Governor Gary Herbert Details Comprehensive State Response to Data Breach - Utah's Governor announces:
  • A state-wide audit of every server on the state network, conducted by Deloitte & Touche

  • Sheila Walsh-McDonald appointed Health Data Security Ombudsman (a new position)

  • Director of the Department of Technology Services, Stephen Fletcher, resigns.

  • The Salt Lake Trib reports that the server was likely hacked from Romania, and was hacked because a default password had not been changed.

That is an amazing story. Remember that Utah only has 2.8 million people according to the US Census. So in this single data breach 28% of the residents of Utah had their personal information stolen from them, and 10% of them had their Social Security Number stolen.

The good news, if there is any, is that Utah is now Very Serious about Identity Theft, launching its new IRIS: Identity Theft Reporting Information System in response. What will it take for the other states to get serious about identity theft?

What About Social Security Numbers?

The Utah story was only intended to be a vehicle for asking this question. What are we doing about Social Security Number theft? If hackers get your password, you can have your password reset. If hackers steal your credit card number, the bank will issue you a new one. If your bank account is breached, it is not uncommon to have the bank CLOSE your account and open a new account for you. But what if you the hackers steal your Social Security Number?

The first place that seemed reasonable to check was the Social Security website. They have a page about Identity Theft called Identity Theft and Your Social Security Number (SSA Publication No. 05-10064, ICN 463270, August 2009).

That form asks "What if an identity thief is creating credit problems for you?" and answers the question:

If someone has misused your Social Security number or other personal information to create credit or other problems for you, Social Security cannot resolve these problems.

They have several recommendations:

• Contact the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or call 1-877-IDTHEFT (1-877-438-4338).
• Contact the IRS Identity Protection Unit (1-800-908-4490) if you think there may be tax issues, such as the identity thief filing a tax return using your number, or taking employment using your number.
• File a complaint with the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3.gov) which is the best course to engage law enforcement in your response.
• Apply for free credit reports. The federal government provides a free Annual Credit Report at AnnualCreditReport.com.

But read on . . . IT IS POSSIBLE to get a new Social Security Number, and Social Security will work with you to do that IF YOUR NUMBER IS BEING ACTIVELY ABUSED, but they warn that getting a new number may actually be worse than the abuse. For example, in the United States, the key to your credit history is your Social Security Number. If you get a new number, congratulations, you now have Zero Credit History. You won't be able to get a credit card or a loan without a lengthy ordeal or a co-signer.

So what is the answer? Despite all the controversy, it may be time to go back to the discussion of a National Identity Card. I visited Spain last summer and my banking security friends marveled at how the US clung to our antiquated system. They have a National Identity Card (DNI - Documento nacional de identidad) that is carried at all times. The chip in the card contains a digitized version of a photo of the bearer, plus a digital version of their signature and finger prints! There is no value to having only the Number -- my friend who was explaining it to me said you can write your number on your business cards, because there is NOTHING ANYONE CAN DO by simply having the number. It is the CARD that has value. If you have my number, but not the chip in my card, it is worthless to you.

I'd like to see this discussion move forward. If criminals don't already have your Social Security Number, it is certainly only a matter of time. Even if it is only a theoretical question right now, it is extremely likely that this question will be a personal matter to you or someone you love in the near future.

Especially if you live in Utah.

Willy's Beach Club Hotel

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Willy's Beach Club Hotel is in Boat Station 1. It is absolutely Beach-Front Hotel and located across Willy's Rock – the most photograph spot and landmark in the island. It's in the quiet area of the white beach, yet accessible to the main road for your day-to-day itinerary and walking distance to famous beach front bars for your night life as distance well. Thus they guarantee privacy, serenity an fun at the same time.

The resort has 36 newly renovated spacious rooms; a multi-purpose air conditioned hall with maximum capacity of 180 persons with complete audio-visual conference equipment, perfect for in-door events, caters seminars and special occasions. Everything is arranged from your choice of motif to your selected food to meet your budget.

Revealing the beauty of Atlantis Resort in Bahamas

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This is not a new mystery, as millions of happy travelers already know the fact, this Atlantis Bahamas resort is bliss. Situated on the striking Paradise Island specifically in the Bahamas nearby Nassau, this striking Atlantis Resort in Bahamas is a fabled resort hotel. Appropriate for families, friends, couples and single people, this extravagant possession boasts lagoons, waterfalls, and streams, as well as Water Park, amusement park, spa, casino, beaches, amazing aquariums occupied with sea mortals of all forms and portrayals.

Over 2,700 hotel villas, there are a range of accommodation selections in 3 huge hotels and a villa complex. Services at Atlantis include a kid's club; water slides; superior teen activities; a dozen of bars; several restaurants; a theatre; a spa; a sports club; and a casino.

The sand white beaches entice a range of guests, but there are a crowd of other doings as well. Waterslides, playgrounds, swimming pools, a lazy stream to drift along and a kiddie pool with all the whistles and bells are just the starting journey.

If you're roving with a family, it is good to stay at the Harborside, which is the villa complex or the Coral Towers. The Coral Towers is centrally situated in the Atlantis hotels, and it lines the Discovery Kid's Club. Harborside deals one to three bedrooms with a fully-furnished kitchen. Harborside is a little distant from the loud core of the resort, which may be good if you wish to have your children sleeping before twelve midnight.

Dining sets at Atlantis have extended in current years, however it can still be a trial to make a booking anywhere and anytime you want. As foolish as it hums, it's wise to reserve tables ahead of time if you want to escape seafood buffet at 11:00pm with your exhausted kids. Top bets for bistros include Dunes, Cafe Martinique and NoBu. All through Atlantis Paradise Island you'll catch that food costs are expensive, so you may want to think through the prepaid food menus available.

Extravagantly decorated with statuaries, the Atlantis Paradise Island is, incredibly big. The casino embraces lot machines of over 800, and 75 table games comprising roulette, blackjack baccarat, craps, and poker. You can also bet on main sports events.

The Mandara Spa sorts a whole variety of managements, including aroma therapy, massages, facials, and salon facilities. With 24 hour steam rooms; treatment rooms; a sauna; and a thalasso therapy pool, you'll appreciate some indulgence and rewinding.

The Atlantis Resort can provide accommodations for over 2,000 individuals, and you can stay there for as short as 6 evenings. It is also positioned rather expediently close to the beachfront. You can take along your families, friends and loved ones. Regardless of your age, race and status in life, this resort will provide you the much needed break; you will certainly be in for a remarkable experience.


This magical paradise resort named the Atlantis Resort Bahamas provides your holiday vacation a remarkable one. As with any trip, plan properly so you can enjoy the most out of your time!

Enfants et lits d'appoint

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 ! Tous les enfants de moins de 7 ans séjournent à titre gracieux pour l'utilisation de la literie disponible dans la chambre des parents.Tous les enfants de moins de 2 ans sont facturés 500 RUB par nuit et par personne pour l'utilisation des lits bébés.Tous les enfants plus âgés ou adultes sont facturés 500 RUB par nuit et par personne pour l'utilisation des lits d'appoint.Le nombre maximum de lit d'appoint ou de lit bébé en chambre est égal à 1.Les lits d'appoint et lits bébés sont uniquement disponibles sur demande et ils doivent être confirmés par l'hôtel.Les suppléments ne sont pas automatiquement calculés dans le montant total de la réservation et ils doivent être réglés séparément à l'hôtel.

L'hotel Park

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L'hotel Park Lane est un hotel 4 étoiles qui a ouvert ses portes en octobre 2008. Situé au début de la rue la Boétie, il bénéficie d'un emplacement à mi chemin entre l'Opera Garnier et les Champs Elysees, dans le 8eme arrondissement. La place de la Madeleine, la Gare Saint Lazare ou encore les grands magasins du Boulevard Haussmann sont des points d'interets que vous pourrez facilement rejoindre à pied au départ de cet établissement intimiste.

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Caribbean Beach Vacation

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The Caribbean is surrounded with 7,000 groups of such marvelous islands. The place has been once called the “place of paradise” because of its astonishing beauty; undoubtedly, most of the tourist’s desire is to stop over and experience for a vacation trip in Caribbean. Spend the one, two or more days of your life. If planning to stay in Caribbean for sure most of your time will depleted on traveling the place especially in beaches. Conventional building are accessible to sustain the needs of every travelers such as Cafeteria, elegant hotels, stores where you can buy souvenirs and street foods, bars and parking a areas. Each beach is a worth to stay, feel the fresh puff of air that touches your body, your eyes will burst with lots of dazzling attractions that you could never imagine.

Seven Mile Beach

The beach is only about 5.5 miles extended, because of its marvelous beauty it’s been said that Seven Mile Beach has received best Caribbean beaches of all. A certain fact, that tourists enjoy their day in choosing the Seven Mile beach. Parking lot areas are available to all the tourists visiting the beach. Walk the full length past many hotels and villas available to any sorts of travelers. Restaurants and bars are also near-by and ready to serve you.

Grand Anse Beach

One of the best spots in Caribbean is the Grand Anse Beach. Let yourself experience different activities like water sports. Enjoy the place where you can find contentment, a complete wrap up with several restaurants, hotels, bar, scuba diving shops, vendors market and easily accessible by bus & water taxis. If you want to experience tremendous activities, Grand Anse Beach is the place to be.

Luquillo Beach

The one and nicest beach in San Juan, Luquillo beach is at Puerto 48km (30 miles) east, prosperous in plantation of coconut trees, featuring the accessible public bathrooms and shower rooms. A breathtaking attractive sites and good place for children to swim freely and feel the smooth waves under the sun. Parking areas are available as well as hotels and restaurants for a walking distance from the beach.

Trunk Bay

Another most attractive site within the Virgin Islands National Park is the Trunk Bay, be amaze with a warming touch of a turquoise waters and white sand. Several activities are being proposed such as cruise-ship, dive to see the beauty underwater for snorkeling experience. Furthermore, there will somebody to conduct and contribute the history of Trunk Bay. After the long day of fun, wait and enjoy till you personally see the wonderful tropical sunset.

Fulfill your dreams and be stimulated to see of what they call “paradise”. Imagine your presence with these most attractive sites in global and conceited to everyone that you’ve seen the mainly remarkable place in Caribbean.

Real Estate Community On Fire Over LeBron James' Housing Options - Miami Herald Interview With Alex Shay

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The Miami Herald wrote an article yesterday, after a telephone interview with this writer. It appears in today's print version of the paper. There are some inaccuracies in the article;for example, I did not say that LeBron James made a $49.5 million offer. The following is the text of the conversation.

Even before LeBron James announced he'd be coming to South Florida, which South Florida luxury home he would choose was being discussed
By TOLUSE OLORUNNIPA
tolorunnipa@MiamiHerald.com
July 9, 2010

What piece of prime South Florida real estate is fit for a king?

LeBron James landed in Miami on Friday after making the announcement he would be leaving Cleveland to join the Miami Heat, but even before that, the local real estate circuit was abuzz with questions of where the multimillionaire athlete would live.

According to analysis by Esslinger-Wooten-Maxwell Realtors, James will have plenty of multimillion dollar properties to choose from -- 355 Miami-Dade properties were listed for sale at prices above $4 million in May.

Some of those properties -- and some unlisted mega-mansions -- have been in the spotlight this month, as rumors swarmed that James had been shopping for real estate in South Florida in recent days.

On Thursday, Miami-based luxury Realtor Alex Shay began hearing rumors from other agents that James had put in a $49.5 million offer on a Gables Estates home being sold by auto tycoon Alan Potamkin.

The home, at 11 Casuarina Concourse, in Coral Gables, features 20,088 square feet of living space, eight bedrooms, 11 bathrooms and 800 feet of water frontage.

``It's a great big property on three great big acres of land -- it has all the bells and whistles, it has all the goodies that you want in a home,'' said Shay, who posted the rumor on his real estate blog. ``It's the second-highest priced property in Dade County.''

The most expensive home, an Indian Creek Village waterfront mansion listed at $60 million, is still under construction.

Other homes for sale in that neighborhood include a six-bedroom, six-bath listed at $12.9 million, a 17,000-square foot mansion listed at $17.9 million and a Mediterranean style villa with seven bedrooms listed at $6.5 million. Heat president Pat Riley also owns a Gables Estates mansion.

If James, 25, wants to settle in at a bachelor pad in one of Miami's luxury condominium buildings, he could opt for a high-rise in downtown Miami or South Beach.

A website launched weeks before James decided to come to Miami pitched a 4,200-square-foot Miami condo as ``LeBron's Future Miami Penthouse.'' It features 20-foot floor-to-ceiling windows, view of Biscayne Bay and, an extra perk, it's right across the street from AmericanAirlines Arena. The corner unit, at Marina Blue condominium, is on the market for $3.3 million.

Judging from the castle James will be leaving behind in Ohio, a condominium would likely mean a major space downgrade, so speculating Realtors are betting he'll end up in a single-family home.

James built a 35,000-square-foot mega-mansion outside of Cleveland in 2008, completely razing the 11-bedroom home that was on the land in order to erect the giant abode. The home includes a theater, recording studio, casino and more.

``Barbershop, bowling alley, ATM machine, Starbucks, all that,'' he told Jimmy Kimmel in a 2009 interview. ``You're going to have to do a show live from my house.''

With South Florida's home values still far below their peak, James could end up getting a bargain on a luxury property.

``He could probably make a great deal,'' Shay said. ``It depends on the house or the seller or the motivation of the seller, but there are good deals out there.''

Read more: http://www.miamiherald.com/2010/07/09/1723461/real-estate-community-on-fire.html#ixzz0tHx6K5Nx

Miami Makes Forbes List Of America's Most Expensive Communities

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Fisher Island, Miami Beach, just ranked by Forbes as #37 of America's most expensive zip codes, boasts a not too shabby median home price of $2,295,291. Forbes just published it's new list, with 4 Miami zip codes earning a spot as one of America's highest priced places to buy a home or condo, including aforementioned Fisher Island (33109), Key Biscayne (33149), Coral Gables (33146), and 2 small communities just north of Miami Beach -- Bal Harbour and Indian Creek (33154).

The report stated that these 4 zip codes make Miami one of the most expensive places to buy property in the United States, in spite of the fact that home prices have plummeted sharply in recent years, and that foreclosures have continued to mount. Hi-end luxury home prices have seen a slowing slide, according to Mike Simonsen, CEO of Altos Research, a Mountain View, Calif., firm that tracks housing market data.

"We have yet to see mortgage defaults climb aggressively into higher-priced homes, but there are some signs that those could hit in next twelve months" Simonsen said. "If those mortgage resets drive inventory at the higher end, that would cause major problems."

Although it does seem as if the luxury real estate market in Miami has all but slowed to a halt, a number of luxury realtors are reporting that foreign buyers are re-entering the market place to pick up those hi-end bargains which may no longer be as available in a year from now.

Lil Wayne's House In Miami Beach For Sale

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Lil Wayne’s house on La Gorce Island in Miami Beach is for sale -- that is what has been all over the internet today, on blog after blog. Is it true? No it’s not.
The latest rumor was started by an erroneous April 7th report by AOL Real Estate, stating that Lil Wayne put his La Gorce Island home up for sale due to tax problems.
Lil Wayne doesn’t own a house on Miami Beach, but it he reportedly rents a home on La Gorce Island. 94 La Gorce Circle is a 15,000 square feet home which was built in 2004, and except for the relatively small lot on which it is situated, could well be considered a Miami Beach mansion.
The home is advertised as an architectural masterpiece with “rich woods, expanses of glass, steel & select marble, lavished throughout this ultra-modern residence that features sky terraces with incredible views”.
In actuality, the property has been on the market for sale for quite some time. It was listed for sale in 2006 for $13.9 million, and has been on the market for most of the time since then. In November 2010 the price was dropped to $12.9 million, where it stands today.

Billy Joel's La Gorce Island Home For Sale

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Bllly Joel's home on La Gorce Island in Miami Beach was just placed on the Miami MLS for sale for $14,750,000. The 10,040 square feet home on beautiful and exclusive La Gorce Island boasts 7 bedrooms and 8.8 bathrooms and is situated on a 3/4 acre lot, with 150 linear feet of bayfront.

Billy Joel purchased the Miami Beach property in 2006 for $13,500,000. La Gorce Island is one of the most beautiful and well kept of all of the islands in the Miami Beach area. Also living in the area in and around the island have been celebrities Cher, Lil Wayne, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh.

Real Estate Community On Fire Over LeBron James' Housing Options - Miami Herald Interview With Alex Shay

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The Miami Herald wrote an article yesterday, after a telephone interview with this writer. It appears in today's print version of the paper. There are some inaccuracies in the article;for example, I did not say that LeBron James made a $49.5 million offer. The following is the text of the conversation.

Even before LeBron James announced he'd be coming to South Florida, which South Florida luxury home he would choose was being discussed
By TOLUSE OLORUNNIPA
tolorunnipa@MiamiHerald.com
July 9, 2010

What piece of prime South Florida real estate is fit for a king?

LeBron James landed in Miami on Friday after making the announcement he would be leaving Cleveland to join the Miami Heat, but even before that, the local real estate circuit was abuzz with questions of where the multimillionaire athlete would live.

According to analysis by Esslinger-Wooten-Maxwell Realtors, James will have plenty of multimillion dollar properties to choose from -- 355 Miami-Dade properties were listed for sale at prices above $4 million in May.

Some of those properties -- and some unlisted mega-mansions -- have been in the spotlight this month, as rumors swarmed that James had been shopping for real estate in South Florida in recent days.

On Thursday, Miami-based luxury Realtor Alex Shay began hearing rumors from other agents that James had put in a $49.5 million offer on a Gables Estates home being sold by auto tycoon Alan Potamkin.

The home, at 11 Casuarina Concourse, in Coral Gables, features 20,088 square feet of living space, eight bedrooms, 11 bathrooms and 800 feet of water frontage.

``It's a great big property on three great big acres of land -- it has all the bells and whistles, it has all the goodies that you want in a home,'' said Shay, who posted the rumor on his real estate blog. ``It's the second-highest priced property in Dade County.''

The most expensive home, an Indian Creek Village waterfront mansion listed at $60 million, is still under construction.

Other homes for sale in that neighborhood include a six-bedroom, six-bath listed at $12.9 million, a 17,000-square foot mansion listed at $17.9 million and a Mediterranean style villa with seven bedrooms listed at $6.5 million. Heat president Pat Riley also owns a Gables Estates mansion.

If James, 25, wants to settle in at a bachelor pad in one of Miami's luxury condominium buildings, he could opt for a high-rise in downtown Miami or South Beach.

A website launched weeks before James decided to come to Miami pitched a 4,200-square-foot Miami condo as ``LeBron's Future Miami Penthouse.'' It features 20-foot floor-to-ceiling windows, view of Biscayne Bay and, an extra perk, it's right across the street from AmericanAirlines Arena. The corner unit, at Marina Blue condominium, is on the market for $3.3 million.

Judging from the castle James will be leaving behind in Ohio, a condominium would likely mean a major space downgrade, so speculating Realtors are betting he'll end up in a single-family home.

James built a 35,000-square-foot mega-mansion outside of Cleveland in 2008, completely razing the 11-bedroom home that was on the land in order to erect the giant abode. The home includes a theater, recording studio, casino and more.

``Barbershop, bowling alley, ATM machine, Starbucks, all that,'' he told Jimmy Kimmel in a 2009 interview. ``You're going to have to do a show live from my house.''

With South Florida's home values still far below their peak, James could end up getting a bargain on a luxury property.

``He could probably make a great deal,'' Shay said. ``It depends on the house or the seller or the motivation of the seller, but there are good deals out there.''

Read more: http://www.miamiherald.com/2010/07/09/1723461/real-estate-community-on-fire.html#ixzz0tHx6K5Nx

Miami Makes Forbes List Of America's Most Expensive Communities

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Fisher Island, Miami Beach, just ranked by Forbes as #37 of America's most expensive zip codes, boasts a not too shabby median home price of $2,295,291. Forbes just published it's new list, with 4 Miami zip codes earning a spot as one of America's highest priced places to buy a home or condo, including aforementioned Fisher Island (33109), Key Biscayne (33149), Coral Gables (33146), and 2 small communities just north of Miami Beach -- Bal Harbour and Indian Creek (33154).

The report stated that these 4 zip codes make Miami one of the most expensive places to buy property in the United States, in spite of the fact that home prices have plummeted sharply in recent years, and that foreclosures have continued to mount. Hi-end luxury home prices have seen a slowing slide, according to Mike Simonsen, CEO of Altos Research, a Mountain View, Calif., firm that tracks housing market data.

"We have yet to see mortgage defaults climb aggressively into higher-priced homes, but there are some signs that those could hit in next twelve months" Simonsen said. "If those mortgage resets drive inventory at the higher end, that would cause major problems."

Although it does seem as if the luxury real estate market in Miami has all but slowed to a halt, a number of luxury realtors are reporting that foreign buyers are re-entering the market place to pick up those hi-end bargains which may no longer be as available in a year from now.

Al Capone's House in Miami Beach For Sale $6.85 Million

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Al Capone's house in Miami Beach on Palm Island is for sale. Advertised as an opportunity to make a piece of Miami Beach history your own, the house once belonging to the infamous gangster Al Capone, comes replete with City of Miami Beach approved plans for rebuilding.

The Palm Island home, located at 93 Palm Ave, Miami Beach, FL, was previously listed in 2006, for $6.8 million, and went through 2 pending sales since that time, with no closing ever taking place. It was relisted for sale this month for $50,000 more than the original asking price.

The historical 6,103 square feet house, is situated on a 3 quarters acre lot, with 100 linear feet of frontage facing neighboring Hibiscus Island and Biscayne Bay. Built in 1922, the Capone house is one of the oldest homes in Miami Beach. Henry Morrison, who still owns the house, according to the Miami Dade property records, purchased it in 1971 for $56,000.

Lil Wayne's House In Miami Beach For Sale

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Lil Wayne’s house on La Gorce Island in Miami Beach is for sale -- that is what has been all over the internet today, on blog after blog. Is it true? No it’s not.
The latest rumor was started by an erroneous April 7th report by AOL Real Estate, stating that Lil Wayne put his La Gorce Island home up for sale due to tax problems.
Lil Wayne doesn’t own a house on Miami Beach, but it he reportedly rents a home on La Gorce Island. 94 La Gorce Circle is a 15,000 square feet home which was built in 2004, and except for the relatively small lot on which it is situated, could well be considered a Miami Beach mansion.
The home is advertised as an architectural masterpiece with “rich woods, expanses of glass, steel & select marble, lavished throughout this ultra-modern residence that features sky terraces with incredible views”.
In actuality, the property has been on the market for sale for quite some time. It was listed for sale in 2006 for $13.9 million, and has been on the market for most of the time since then. In November 2010 the price was dropped to $12.9 million, where it stands today.

Billy Joel's La Gorce Island Home For Sale

To contact us Click HERE

Bllly Joel's home on La Gorce Island in Miami Beach was just placed on the Miami MLS for sale for $14,750,000. The 10,040 square feet home on beautiful and exclusive La Gorce Island boasts 7 bedrooms and 8.8 bathrooms and is situated on a 3/4 acre lot, with 150 linear feet of bayfront.

Billy Joel purchased the Miami Beach property in 2006 for $13,500,000. La Gorce Island is one of the most beautiful and well kept of all of the islands in the Miami Beach area. Also living in the area in and around the island have been celebrities Cher, Lil Wayne, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh.

Al Capone's House in Miami Beach For Sale $6.85 Million

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Al Capone's house in Miami Beach on Palm Island is for sale. Advertised as an opportunity to make a piece of Miami Beach history your own, the house once belonging to the infamous gangster Al Capone, comes replete with City of Miami Beach approved plans for rebuilding.

The Palm Island home, located at 93 Palm Ave, Miami Beach, FL, was previously listed in 2006, for $6.8 million, and went through 2 pending sales since that time, with no closing ever taking place. It was relisted for sale this month for $50,000 more than the original asking price.

The historical 6,103 square feet house, is situated on a 3 quarters acre lot, with 100 linear feet of frontage facing neighboring Hibiscus Island and Biscayne Bay. Built in 1922, the Capone house is one of the oldest homes in Miami Beach. Henry Morrison, who still owns the house, according to the Miami Dade property records, purchased it in 1971 for $56,000.

Lil Wayne's House In Miami Beach For Sale

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Lil Wayne’s house on La Gorce Island in Miami Beach is for sale -- that is what has been all over the internet today, on blog after blog. Is it true? No it’s not.
The latest rumor was started by an erroneous April 7th report by AOL Real Estate, stating that Lil Wayne put his La Gorce Island home up for sale due to tax problems.
Lil Wayne doesn’t own a house on Miami Beach, but it he reportedly rents a home on La Gorce Island. 94 La Gorce Circle is a 15,000 square feet home which was built in 2004, and except for the relatively small lot on which it is situated, could well be considered a Miami Beach mansion.
The home is advertised as an architectural masterpiece with “rich woods, expanses of glass, steel & select marble, lavished throughout this ultra-modern residence that features sky terraces with incredible views”.
In actuality, the property has been on the market for sale for quite some time. It was listed for sale in 2006 for $13.9 million, and has been on the market for most of the time since then. In November 2010 the price was dropped to $12.9 million, where it stands today.

Billy Joel's La Gorce Island Home For Sale

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Bllly Joel's home on La Gorce Island in Miami Beach was just placed on the Miami MLS for sale for $14,750,000. The 10,040 square feet home on beautiful and exclusive La Gorce Island boasts 7 bedrooms and 8.8 bathrooms and is situated on a 3/4 acre lot, with 150 linear feet of bayfront.

Billy Joel purchased the Miami Beach property in 2006 for $13,500,000. La Gorce Island is one of the most beautiful and well kept of all of the islands in the Miami Beach area. Also living in the area in and around the island have been celebrities Cher, Lil Wayne, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh.

Enfants et lits d'appoint

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 ! Tous les enfants de moins de 7 ans séjournent à titre gracieux pour l'utilisation de la literie disponible dans la chambre des parents.Tous les enfants de moins de 2 ans sont facturés 500 RUB par nuit et par personne pour l'utilisation des lits bébés.Tous les enfants plus âgés ou adultes sont facturés 500 RUB par nuit et par personne pour l'utilisation des lits d'appoint.Le nombre maximum de lit d'appoint ou de lit bébé en chambre est égal à 1.Les lits d'appoint et lits bébés sont uniquement disponibles sur demande et ils doivent être confirmés par l'hôtel.Les suppléments ne sont pas automatiquement calculés dans le montant total de la réservation et ils doivent être réglés séparément à l'hôtel.

L'hotel Park

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L'hotel Park Lane est un hotel 4 étoiles qui a ouvert ses portes en octobre 2008. Situé au début de la rue la Boétie, il bénéficie d'un emplacement à mi chemin entre l'Opera Garnier et les Champs Elysees, dans le 8eme arrondissement. La place de la Madeleine, la Gare Saint Lazare ou encore les grands magasins du Boulevard Haussmann sont des points d'interets que vous pourrez facilement rejoindre à pied au départ de cet établissement intimiste.

L'hotel Park Lane dispose d'une connexion internet  gratuite

Willy's Beach Club Hotel

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Willy's Beach Club Hotel is in Boat Station 1. It is absolutely Beach-Front Hotel and located across Willy's Rock – the most photograph spot and landmark in the island. It's in the quiet area of the white beach, yet accessible to the main road for your day-to-day itinerary and walking distance to famous beach front bars for your night life as distance well. Thus they guarantee privacy, serenity an fun at the same time.

The resort has 36 newly renovated spacious rooms; a multi-purpose air conditioned hall with maximum capacity of 180 persons with complete audio-visual conference equipment, perfect for in-door events, caters seminars and special occasions. Everything is arranged from your choice of motif to your selected food to meet your budget.

Enfants et lits d'appoint

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 ! Tous les enfants de moins de 7 ans séjournent à titre gracieux pour l'utilisation de la literie disponible dans la chambre des parents.Tous les enfants de moins de 2 ans sont facturés 500 RUB par nuit et par personne pour l'utilisation des lits bébés.Tous les enfants plus âgés ou adultes sont facturés 500 RUB par nuit et par personne pour l'utilisation des lits d'appoint.Le nombre maximum de lit d'appoint ou de lit bébé en chambre est égal à 1.Les lits d'appoint et lits bébés sont uniquement disponibles sur demande et ils doivent être confirmés par l'hôtel.Les suppléments ne sont pas automatiquement calculés dans le montant total de la réservation et ils doivent être réglés séparément à l'hôtel.

L'hotel Park

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L'hotel Park Lane est un hotel 4 étoiles qui a ouvert ses portes en octobre 2008. Situé au début de la rue la Boétie, il bénéficie d'un emplacement à mi chemin entre l'Opera Garnier et les Champs Elysees, dans le 8eme arrondissement. La place de la Madeleine, la Gare Saint Lazare ou encore les grands magasins du Boulevard Haussmann sont des points d'interets que vous pourrez facilement rejoindre à pied au départ de cet établissement intimiste.

L'hotel Park Lane dispose d'une connexion internet  gratuite

Rick Pitino's Miami Home Reduced to $13,900,000

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The Miami home of Rick Pitino, former NBA New York Knicks coach, and coach of the University of Louisville basketball team since 2001, has been on the market for sale since mid-September 2008, with no takers at the $14,900,000 asking price. Mr. Pitino recently reduced the price by $1,000,000, hoping to bring in a buyer for his ultra-luxury mansion located on Indian Creek, one of Miami’s most exclusive communities.

The island has only 40 waterfront properties, and is an incorporated city with it's own police force, private country club and golf course. A public safety department was created by the city in 1994, in order to provide security and medical services to this entirely exclusive and private community.

Mr. Pitino’s home is a stunning 2 story Mediterranean waterfront mansion, situated on a 53,696 square feet lot, with 7,295 square feet of interior living area, featuring 5 fabulous bedroom suites, 6 and one half bathrooms, a state of the art kitchen, a gym, and open balconies and terraces with gorgeous panoramic views.

The property next door was also recently for sale for $12,900,000. The slightly larger home, with 7,888 square feet of interior living space, is situated on a 53,736 square feet lot. At the end of March, the property was sold –- for $9,300,000.

LeBron James Tries To Buy Alan Potamkin's House in Coral Gables

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LeBron James is trying to buy Alan Potamkin's house in Coral Gables at 11 Casuarina Concourse, according to reports heard all over Miami today. Priced at a cool $49.5 million, Mr. Potamkin has been trying to sell the property since April 2009.

The one-of-a-kind breathtaking 8 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms estate on the open bay waterfront is situated on the finest lot in exclusive, gated Gables Estates. This 20,088 square feet grandiose home boasts 800 linear feet of waterfrontage and sits on a 3.6 acres lot, with a 100 feet dock to accommodate up to a 150 feet yacht.

There is a private guest suite with a lighted tennis court and courtyard on its own acre of land. Three suites with full baths, an upstairs master suite with a full gym, a billiard and media room are just a few of the featured highlights. Luitron lighting and a 12 camera security system are installed thrughout this estate.

LeBron James, for those of you who haven't heard, is one of the NBA's finest basketball players. He announced 2 just hours ago that he is coming to Miami to play for the Miami Heat. The Miami Heat hope that LeBron will help to bring an NBA championship to the city.

Real Estate Community On Fire Over LeBron James' Housing Options - Miami Herald Interview With Alex Shay

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The Miami Herald wrote an article yesterday, after a telephone interview with this writer. It appears in today's print version of the paper. There are some inaccuracies in the article;for example, I did not say that LeBron James made a $49.5 million offer. The following is the text of the conversation.

Even before LeBron James announced he'd be coming to South Florida, which South Florida luxury home he would choose was being discussed
By TOLUSE OLORUNNIPA
tolorunnipa@MiamiHerald.com
July 9, 2010

What piece of prime South Florida real estate is fit for a king?

LeBron James landed in Miami on Friday after making the announcement he would be leaving Cleveland to join the Miami Heat, but even before that, the local real estate circuit was abuzz with questions of where the multimillionaire athlete would live.

According to analysis by Esslinger-Wooten-Maxwell Realtors, James will have plenty of multimillion dollar properties to choose from -- 355 Miami-Dade properties were listed for sale at prices above $4 million in May.

Some of those properties -- and some unlisted mega-mansions -- have been in the spotlight this month, as rumors swarmed that James had been shopping for real estate in South Florida in recent days.

On Thursday, Miami-based luxury Realtor Alex Shay began hearing rumors from other agents that James had put in a $49.5 million offer on a Gables Estates home being sold by auto tycoon Alan Potamkin.

The home, at 11 Casuarina Concourse, in Coral Gables, features 20,088 square feet of living space, eight bedrooms, 11 bathrooms and 800 feet of water frontage.

``It's a great big property on three great big acres of land -- it has all the bells and whistles, it has all the goodies that you want in a home,'' said Shay, who posted the rumor on his real estate blog. ``It's the second-highest priced property in Dade County.''

The most expensive home, an Indian Creek Village waterfront mansion listed at $60 million, is still under construction.

Other homes for sale in that neighborhood include a six-bedroom, six-bath listed at $12.9 million, a 17,000-square foot mansion listed at $17.9 million and a Mediterranean style villa with seven bedrooms listed at $6.5 million. Heat president Pat Riley also owns a Gables Estates mansion.

If James, 25, wants to settle in at a bachelor pad in one of Miami's luxury condominium buildings, he could opt for a high-rise in downtown Miami or South Beach.

A website launched weeks before James decided to come to Miami pitched a 4,200-square-foot Miami condo as ``LeBron's Future Miami Penthouse.'' It features 20-foot floor-to-ceiling windows, view of Biscayne Bay and, an extra perk, it's right across the street from AmericanAirlines Arena. The corner unit, at Marina Blue condominium, is on the market for $3.3 million.

Judging from the castle James will be leaving behind in Ohio, a condominium would likely mean a major space downgrade, so speculating Realtors are betting he'll end up in a single-family home.

James built a 35,000-square-foot mega-mansion outside of Cleveland in 2008, completely razing the 11-bedroom home that was on the land in order to erect the giant abode. The home includes a theater, recording studio, casino and more.

``Barbershop, bowling alley, ATM machine, Starbucks, all that,'' he told Jimmy Kimmel in a 2009 interview. ``You're going to have to do a show live from my house.''

With South Florida's home values still far below their peak, James could end up getting a bargain on a luxury property.

``He could probably make a great deal,'' Shay said. ``It depends on the house or the seller or the motivation of the seller, but there are good deals out there.''

Read more: http://www.miamiherald.com/2010/07/09/1723461/real-estate-community-on-fire.html#ixzz0tHx6K5Nx

Miami Makes Forbes List Of America's Most Expensive Communities

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Fisher Island, Miami Beach, just ranked by Forbes as #37 of America's most expensive zip codes, boasts a not too shabby median home price of $2,295,291. Forbes just published it's new list, with 4 Miami zip codes earning a spot as one of America's highest priced places to buy a home or condo, including aforementioned Fisher Island (33109), Key Biscayne (33149), Coral Gables (33146), and 2 small communities just north of Miami Beach -- Bal Harbour and Indian Creek (33154).

The report stated that these 4 zip codes make Miami one of the most expensive places to buy property in the United States, in spite of the fact that home prices have plummeted sharply in recent years, and that foreclosures have continued to mount. Hi-end luxury home prices have seen a slowing slide, according to Mike Simonsen, CEO of Altos Research, a Mountain View, Calif., firm that tracks housing market data.

"We have yet to see mortgage defaults climb aggressively into higher-priced homes, but there are some signs that those could hit in next twelve months" Simonsen said. "If those mortgage resets drive inventory at the higher end, that would cause major problems."

Although it does seem as if the luxury real estate market in Miami has all but slowed to a halt, a number of luxury realtors are reporting that foreign buyers are re-entering the market place to pick up those hi-end bargains which may no longer be as available in a year from now.

Al Capone's House in Miami Beach For Sale $6.85 Million

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Al Capone's house in Miami Beach on Palm Island is for sale. Advertised as an opportunity to make a piece of Miami Beach history your own, the house once belonging to the infamous gangster Al Capone, comes replete with City of Miami Beach approved plans for rebuilding.

The Palm Island home, located at 93 Palm Ave, Miami Beach, FL, was previously listed in 2006, for $6.8 million, and went through 2 pending sales since that time, with no closing ever taking place. It was relisted for sale this month for $50,000 more than the original asking price.

The historical 6,103 square feet house, is situated on a 3 quarters acre lot, with 100 linear feet of frontage facing neighboring Hibiscus Island and Biscayne Bay. Built in 1922, the Capone house is one of the oldest homes in Miami Beach. Henry Morrison, who still owns the house, according to the Miami Dade property records, purchased it in 1971 for $56,000.

Lil Wayne's House In Miami Beach For Sale

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Lil Wayne’s house on La Gorce Island in Miami Beach is for sale -- that is what has been all over the internet today, on blog after blog. Is it true? No it’s not.
The latest rumor was started by an erroneous April 7th report by AOL Real Estate, stating that Lil Wayne put his La Gorce Island home up for sale due to tax problems.
Lil Wayne doesn’t own a house on Miami Beach, but it he reportedly rents a home on La Gorce Island. 94 La Gorce Circle is a 15,000 square feet home which was built in 2004, and except for the relatively small lot on which it is situated, could well be considered a Miami Beach mansion.
The home is advertised as an architectural masterpiece with “rich woods, expanses of glass, steel & select marble, lavished throughout this ultra-modern residence that features sky terraces with incredible views”.
In actuality, the property has been on the market for sale for quite some time. It was listed for sale in 2006 for $13.9 million, and has been on the market for most of the time since then. In November 2010 the price was dropped to $12.9 million, where it stands today.

Billy Joel's La Gorce Island Home For Sale

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Bllly Joel's home on La Gorce Island in Miami Beach was just placed on the Miami MLS for sale for $14,750,000. The 10,040 square feet home on beautiful and exclusive La Gorce Island boasts 7 bedrooms and 8.8 bathrooms and is situated on a 3/4 acre lot, with 150 linear feet of bayfront.

Billy Joel purchased the Miami Beach property in 2006 for $13,500,000. La Gorce Island is one of the most beautiful and well kept of all of the islands in the Miami Beach area. Also living in the area in and around the island have been celebrities Cher, Lil Wayne, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh.

Lil Wayne's House In Miami Beach For Sale

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Lil Wayne’s house on La Gorce Island in Miami Beach is for sale -- that is what has been all over the internet today, on blog after blog. Is it true? No it’s not.
The latest rumor was started by an erroneous April 7th report by AOL Real Estate, stating that Lil Wayne put his La Gorce Island home up for sale due to tax problems.
Lil Wayne doesn’t own a house on Miami Beach, but it he reportedly rents a home on La Gorce Island. 94 La Gorce Circle is a 15,000 square feet home which was built in 2004, and except for the relatively small lot on which it is situated, could well be considered a Miami Beach mansion.
The home is advertised as an architectural masterpiece with “rich woods, expanses of glass, steel & select marble, lavished throughout this ultra-modern residence that features sky terraces with incredible views”.
In actuality, the property has been on the market for sale for quite some time. It was listed for sale in 2006 for $13.9 million, and has been on the market for most of the time since then. In November 2010 the price was dropped to $12.9 million, where it stands today.